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    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/07/09 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Roppongi

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    [Minato Ward, Tokyo] A Free “Children’s Space” Inspired by a Sandy Beach Opens Again This Year: “Summer Vacation Sandy Beach Open 2026”

    As a pre-opening event to build excitement for the “Minato City Minato Arts Center,” which is set to open in November of Reiwa 9, we will once again hold the “Summer Beach Open House” this year—just as we did last year—offering free access to “Minato Commons,” a space designed to evoke the atmosphere of a sandy beach.

    Using the wide variety of craft supplies provided, visitors can work on “independent research projects” or engage in “creative activities in the spacious area,” enjoying their time in their own unique way. Furthermore, this year we will hold workshops on building play areas using cardboard and creating costumes to transform into sea creatures.



    ■ Event Overview ■
    Date and Time
    August 3, Reiwa 8 （ Monday ） ～ 28 （ Friday ） 10:00 a.m. ～ 5:00 p.m.

    * Closed ： Saturdays, Sundays, August 10 （ Monday ） ～ 14 （ Friday ）

    Venue
    "Minato Commons," 3rd Floor, Former Mita Library (5-28-4 Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo)

    Target Audience
    Elementary school students and older, up to age 18

    Cost
    Free

    Workshop for Elementary School Students ■ * Advance registration required
    （ 1 ） Let’s Build a Castle on the Sandy Beach ／ Play Expert ： Mizuho Watanabe （ Scenographer ・ Architect ）
    Just like building a sandcastle, let’s use cardboard to create a space that feels like a secret hideout.

    Date and Time
    August 4, Reiwa 8 （ Tuesday ）, August 6 （ Thursday ）, the 18th （ Tuesday ）, the 20th （ Thursday ）, the 25th （ Tuesday ）

    10:30 a.m. ～ 12:30 p.m. （ on each day; 5 sessions total a>

    （ 2 ） Let’s Swim in the Sea of Imagination ／ Dr. Asobi ： Shie Minamino （ Playwright ・ Director ・ Costume Designer ）
    Let’s create costumes themed around creatures from an imaginary sea by repurposing items we would normally throw away.

    Date and Time
    August 25, Reiwa 8 （ Tuesday ） 1:30 PM ～ 3:30 PM a>



    Minato City Arts Center Website
    Minato City Minato Arts Center Website

    https:// www.minatoartscenter.jp/

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/07/09 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Kawasaki

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    The 34th Takatsu Ward Health and Welfare Festival will be held on Saturday, July 11 （ ） ！

    In Takatsu Ward, with the aim of fostering a community where residents—including the elderly, children, and people with disabilities—as well as various organizations can deepen their connections, work together to promote health and welfare, and build a community that looks out for ・ and supports one another, the “34th Takatsu Ward Health and Welfare Festival” will be held on Saturday, July 11, Reiwa 8 （ ） at the Takatsu Civic Center.

    This event has been held since Heisei 2 and will feature a wide variety of fun and informative activities, including performances and concerts by children, as well as health promotion booths, various consultation services, introductions to community activities, and exhibitions of artwork.


    Date and Time
    Saturday, July 11, Reiwa 8 （ 10:00 a.m. ～ 3:00 p.m.

    （ Doors open at 9:45 a.m., last admission at 2:30 p.m. ）

    Venue
    Takatsu Civic Center, 11F ・ 12F （ 1 Mizoguchi, Takatsu Ward, Kawasaki City － 4 － 1 Nocti Plaza 2 ）

    Overview
    Events in the Main Hall

    （ 10:00 a.m. ～ 1:20 p.m. ）

    ・ Takatsu Municipal Elementary School Brass Band Club

    ・ Cheerleading Sports Club

    ・ Smile ☆ Dance School

    ・ J ・ Hula Dance Studio

    ・ Kitamikata Neighborhood Association Children’s Taiko Club

    a> Ryukyu Taiko by Kawasaki DARC


    （ 1:30 p.m. ～ 3:00 p.m. ）
    ・ Folk Song Performance by the Kawasaki City Association for the Welfare of the Visually Impaired
    ・ Fureai Sing-Along Café
    Finale （ We will hold our annual, highly popular finale ！ Let’s all sing together with one heart ！ ）


    Scenes from the Finale （ Reiwa 7 ）
    Booths and Activities in Other Rooms

    ・ Exhibits by various organizations, games, physical activity events

    ・ Bone density and grip strength measurements

    ・ Consultations on adult guardianship, long-term care, meals ・ and nutrition consultations, etc.


    Art exhibitions by welfare organizations （ Reiwa 7 ）
    Other ＞

    ・ Commemorative gifts will be distributed to participants in the stamp rally

    ▼ Flyer available here

    d124454-364-75d784ff53505f7f46c2046588cdee71. pdf
    ▼ Kawasaki City Website

    https://www.city.kawasaki.jp/takatsu/page/0000185654. html

    Organizer
    Takatsu Ward Health and Welfare Festival Executive Committee

    Admission
    Free admission, no registration required

    *“Parent-Child Yoga” requires advance registration

    Contact
    Nagata, Community Care Promotion Section, Community Support Center, Takatsu Ward Office, Kawasaki City

    Phone 044 － 861 － 3301

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/07/08 (Wed)
    Vivinavi Naganoshi

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    [Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture] “2026 Raiden Festival” Brings Dance and Smiles to the Shopping District, Held at Tanaka Shopping District

    "2026 Raiden Festival ～ Tomi Dosukoi SUNSUN ～ ," a major event that brings color to the summer in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture, will be held on Saturday, August 1, Reiwa 8 （ ） , at the Tanaka Shopping District.

    In ・ Tomi City—a town associated with “Raiden,” the strongest sumo wrestler in history, known as “Unrivaled Under Heaven”—the festival will feature activities for everyone from adults to children, including dances set to the official festival song “ ～ Connecting Hearts ～ TOMI, to me ！,” as well as stage performances, the Raiden Children’s Sumo Tournament, the Raiden Market, and other events that everyone from adults to children can enjoy.

    This year, we will also hold a participatory event to pass on to the next generation “～ Connecting Hearts ～ TOMI, to me ！”—which has been cherished by residents for over 20 years since its creation—will be passed on to the next generation through participatory events.

    It is a summer festival in which all citizens participate, connecting the region’s memories and vibrancy to the future.

    The summer bustle of Tōmi spreads throughout the Tanaka Shopping District
    “2026 Raiden Festival ～ Tomi Dosukoi SUNSUN ～ ” is a summer festival in Tomi City held under the spirit of “full citizen participation ・ and shared joy.”

    The venue, Tanaka Shopping Street, is a one-minute walk from Shinano Railway’s Tanaka Station.

    Set in the city center—easily accessible from both within and outside the city—a variety of events will take place from daytime through the evening.

    This year’s program includes stage performances by various groups, the Raiden Children’s Sumo Tournament featuring local elementary school students, the Raiden Marche where visitors can enjoy food and drinks, a play area with water balloons and water guns, and opportunities to interact with professional athletes.

    In the evening, 37 dance troupes ・ with over 2,100 participants will take the stage.

    To the tune of the Tomi City Summer Festival song, “ ～ Connecting Hearts ～ TOMI, to me ！ ,” the shopping district will come together as one, enveloped in a circle of dancers.


    Passing the City Festival Song on to the Next Generation
    At this year’s Raiden Festival, we will be holding the “～ Connecting Hearts ～ TOMI, to me ！” Community Heritage Project ～ “Let’s Keep Singing the Spirit of Our Hometown ～.”

    “～ Connecting Hearts ～ TOMI, to me ！” is a citizens’ festival song that was created at the time of Tomi City’s merger and has been cherished by residents for over 20 years.

    This project is being held as a participatory event to pass this song on to the next generation.

    Participants are free to express themselves through singing, dancing, musical performances, or other forms of expression.

    By serving as a “venue for expression” where every citizen can participate in their own style and share their work while having fun, this project will create new dimensions for the festival.

    Enjoying sumo and the local vibrancy in the town associated with Raiden, sumo and the local vibrancy
    Tomi City is the hometown of ・ Raiden Tameemon, a sumo wrestler who was active during the Edo period and hailed as “unrivaled under heaven.” The name “Raiden Festival” embodies this powerful history and the pride of the region.

    At the venue, the “Raiden Children’s Sumo Tournament” will be held, featuring local elementary school students and active sumo wrestlers. This event offers a chance to experience sumo culture and local history through the children’s spirited matches.

    Additionally, sumo wrestlers will serve chanko nabe, and free kids’ makeup and face painting services will be available for those interested.

    It will be a day full of memorable summer experiences for the children as well.

    A day filled with fun, from stage performances to a market and sports activities
    The stage program will feature a Japanese drum performance by the Shinshu Mimaki Taiko Preservation Society and a rock concert by Deep People. The rhythmic beats of traditional Japanese drums and the energy of the music will liven up the atmosphere at the venue.

    The Raiden Market will feature popular food trucks and local restaurants.

    In addition to dancing and stage performances, visitors can also enjoy local flavors.

    In addition, there will be a play area with water balloons and water guns, as well as kick-target and ring-toss games hosted by players from the soccer team “Artista Asama,” along with merchandise sales.

    Furthermore, a promotional event will be held for the “Shinshu Yamanami National Sports Festival,” which will take place in Shinshu in 2028. In connection with the boxing competitions to be held in Tomi City, we will set up an interactive area where visitors can get a feel for the sport through activities such as punch power measurements and punching bag sessions.

    At 6:30 PM, the festival finally moves on to the dance segment
    Starting at 6:30 PM, the dance segment—the centerpiece of the Raiden Festival—will begin.

    To the tune of the Tomi City Summer Festival song, “ ～ Connecting Hearts ～ TOMI, to me ！,” 37 dance groups ・ totaling over 2,100 dancers will perform in unison. Participants from local organizations, companies, schools, and groups of friends will gather in the Tanaka Shopping District to create Tomi City’s summer together.

    It’s a time when spectators, dancers, and passersby alike share the same music and excitement. The Raiden Festival continues as a summer tradition that fosters interaction among citizens and allows everyone to feel the bonds of the community.


    Last year’s event
    Carrying Tomi City’s summer into the future, along with our community bonds
    The Raiden Festival is more than just an event; it is also a place where residents gather to share the region’s culture and history and pass them on to the next generation.

    Through such local events, Tōmi City fosters interaction among residents and builds connections with visitors from outside the city, while widely promoting the town’s charm.

    The “2026 Raiden Festival” brings together dance, sumo, music, food, and sports experiences. Please come to the venue and experience the lively summer atmosphere of Tōmi City spreading throughout the Tanaka Shopping District.

    Overview
    Name
    2026 Raiden Festival ～ Tōmi Dosukoi SUNSUN ～
    Date and Time
    August 1, Reiwa 8 （ Sat ） 2:30 PM ～ 9: 00 （ Event will proceed even in light rain ）

    Venue
    Tanaka Shopping District

    Access 1-minute walk from Tanaka Station on the Shinano Railway

    Organizer
    2026 Raiden Festival Executive Committee

    Sponsors
    Affiliated Organizations and Local Businesses

    Event Details
    “ ～ Connecting Hearts ～ TOMI, to me ！ ” Citizen Heritage Project

    This participatory event aims to pass on “ ～ Connecting Hearts ～ TOMI, to me ！,” which has been cherished by citizens for over 20 years since its creation at the time of the Tōmi City merger, to the next generation.
    It is a “venue for expression” where everyone can freely express themselves through singing, dancing, musical performances, and other styles, and where all citizens can enjoy and share their performances with one another.

    Stage Performances

    We’ll energize the venue with soul-stirring traditional Japanese rhythms and electrifying rock music.

    Performers ： Shinshu Omaki Taiko Preservation Society, Deep People

    Raiden Children’s Sumo Tournament

    This is a sumo tournament featuring local elementary school students, with active professional sumo wrestlers also participating. We’re also planning to serve chanko nabe prepared by sumo wrestlers, as well as free kids’ makeup and face painting for anyone interested.

    Raiden Market

    We’ll host a market featuring popular food trucks and local restaurants. You can enjoy not only the dancing but also the flavors of the city’s eateries.

    Water Balloons ・ Let’s Play with Water Guns ！

    This is an area where you can have a blast—throwing water balloons aim at targets with water guns—this is a corner where you can play to your heart’s content. Complete the missions to receive prizes.

    Have Fun Playing with Athletes ！

    Challenge yourself to kick targets and ring toss games with players from the “Artista Asama” soccer team. Merchandise will also be on sale.

    National Sports Festival PR Event

    This is a promotional event for the “Shinshu Yamanami National Sports Festival,” which will be held in Shinshu in 2028. We’ll set up a boxing experience corner featuring activities like punch power measurement and punching bag practice, in anticipation of the boxing events to be held in Tomi City.

    Dance Segment

    Starting at 6:30 PM, the dance to the Tomi City Summer Festival song “～ Connecting Hearts ～ TOMI, to me ！” will begin at 6:30 PM.

    Related URL
    https://www.city.tomi.nagano.jp/category/eventmoyooshimono/ 186395.html

    Event details and times are subject to change.

    Please check the official Tomi City website for the latest information.

    Contact Information
    2026 Raiden Festival Executive Committee

    Commerce, Industry, and Labor Policy Section, Commerce, Industry, and Tourism Division, Tomi City
    Phone ： 0268-64-5895
    Email ： syoko-kanko@city.tomi.nagano.jp

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/07/07 (Tue)
    Vivinavi Narashi

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    [Nara City] “Nara Tastes Great!” Summer Local Produce Fair

    To promote local production for local consumption, Nara City has been conducting various promotional activities since Reiwa 6, including the release of the short video series “Nara: It’s Delicious!” as well as video-based events and parent-child bus tours to local production areas. This fiscal year, with the aim of further raising awareness of locally produced agricultural products, the city will hold the “‘Delicious Nara!’ Summer Local Produce Fair” as a face-to-face promotional event designed to directly engage residents. For the first time, we will be holding a morning market. Visitors can experience the flavors of the season at a farmers’ market, sample and purchase chilled Yamato tea—perfect for a summer morning—and enjoy appetizing breakfast and lunch menus made with locally produced ingredients at the food market.

    Event Overview
    Date and Time

    July 18, Reiwa 8 （ Sat ） 7 ： 00 10 ： 00 * Ends when sold out

    Location

    Plaza in front of the old JR Nara Station building （ Sanjo Honmachi, Nara City ）

    Organizer

    City of Nara

    Details

    To give visitors a chance to experience seasonal local agricultural products, their flavors, how to eat them, and where to buy them

    Event Details

    Farmers’ Market

    A market where visitors can purchase seasonal agricultural products a> “Sakahara Direct Sales Store Cosmos” will sell locally produced agricultural products and other items.

    Yamato tea tasting ・ and sales

    Yamato tea tasting by “Hiryo Seicha” （ Limited to the first 200 guests ・ Free ）. Tea leaves and sweets that pair well with tea will also be on sale.

    Food Market

    “Mokumoku” and “Tenkaiku Coffee” will be selling food and drink items made with locally grown produce.

    Related Information
    Vendors

    Sakahara Direct Sales Store Cosmos

    https:// www.city.nara.lg.jp/sightseeing/naraharu/111779.html

    Nichiroku Tea

    https://nichiryoku-seicha.com/

    Mokumoku

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B7j8nhiJ-TI/

    Tenkaku Coffee

    https://amenokakucoffee.com/

    Local Production for Local Consumption Promotion Project

    [Implementation Report] Reiwa 7 “Nara Is Delicious. Local Production for Local Consumption Fair”

    https://www.city.nara.lg.jp/soshiki/110/259011.html

    [Event Report] Reiwa 7 “Nara Is Delicious.” Local Produce Experience Parent-Child Bus Tour （ For Parents and Children ）

    https://www.city.nara.lg.jp/soshiki/ 110/255393.html

    ～ “Nara Is Delicious.” ～ We have released a promotional video on local production for local consumption.

    https://www.city.nara.lg.jp/site/naranoshoku/220766. html


    Contact Information Regarding This Matter
    Nara City Agricultural Policy Division

    0742-34-5142

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/07/07 (Tue)
    Vivinavi Kameoka

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    [Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture] A top-tier event that has been selected consecutively for the “Top 100 National Running Events”* ！ Registration is now open for the “12th Kyoto Kameoka Half Marathon,” to be held on December 13 at a venue still buzzing with the excitement of the “Greening Fair.”

    Takahiro Katsuragawa （, Chairman ： of the Kyoto Kameoka Half Marathon Organizing Committee ）, announced that registration for the “12th Kyoto Kameoka Half Marathon,” which will be held on Sunday, December 13, 2026 （ ）, will begin accepting entries on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 （ ）.

    This event is a prestigious competition that has been consecutively selected* for the “Top 100 National Running Events”—a list curated through runner votes from among approximately 1,400 events nationwide.

    This year, the event will take place on a special stage that carries on the excitement of the 43rd National Urban Greening Fair in Kyoto-Tamba, held this fall, allowing participants to experience the unique charm of Kameoka, where nature and sports harmonize.

    *Based on results from the 2023–2024 events.

    Featured in the “Top 100 in Japan” ！ A course ranked among the best in the Kansai region and excellent access
    The main reasons this event garners such high support—even from first-time participants—are its excellent accessibility and a course design that prioritizes runners’ comfort.

    20 minutes from Kyoto Station ！ Smooth access to the venue


    From JR Kameoka Station—conveniently located about 20 minutes by rapid train from JR Kyoto Station— a free shuttle bus runs directly to the venue, making it easy to reach the venue even for participants traveling from afar.

    Additionally, temporary parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis for those arriving by car.

    [A Flat Course Where You Can Aim for a Personal Best, and a Top-5 Ranking in the Kansai Region]

    The flat course, surrounded by lush nature, is popular among runners for being “ideal for setting a personal best,” especially since it becomes mostly downhill toward the latter half.

    In addition to the runner-friendly course, the event has earned high praise for the cheers from spectators along the route and the provision of local specialties, ranking 5th* in the Kansai area event rankings for December 2025. With a support system trusted by runners nationwide, we’re here to cheer you on as you take on this challenge.

    * Results extracted from RUNNET as of June 11, 2026

    The “Fun Run,” where everyone can enjoy the race at their own pace, is back
    This year, in addition to the various events that have traditionally centered on the half marathon, the “900m Fun Run （ (Wheelchair) ）” and the “1.3km Fun Run （ (Pair Run, etc.) ）” have returned. This allows young children who find it difficult to run long distances, their parents, and wheelchair runners to experience the unique excitement of the event together.

    We aim to create an event where everyone—not just top runners aiming for records—can experience the joy of sports.

    [Run through a setting that captures the lingering spirit of the Greening Fair]

    From September 18 to November 8, 2026, the “43rd National Urban Greening Fair in Kyoto-Tamba” will be held, with Kameoka Sports Park—the start ・ and finish line of this event—serving as one of the main venues.

    This race will take place about one month after the conclusion of that major event. Runners will be able to cross the starting line in a space still alive with the excitement and lingering atmosphere of the flowers and greenery brought by the Fair.

    [Overview of the 12th Kyoto Kameoka Half Marathon]
    Event Name

    The 12th Kyoto Kameoka Half Marathon

    Date

    February 1, 2026 （ ） * The event will take place rain or shine

    Venue

    Kameoka Sports Park Stadium （ Start ・ Finish ）
    Organized by

    Kameoka City

    Kameoka City Board of Education

    Kameoka City Sports Association

    Kameoka City Track and Field Association

    Events ・ Entry Fee

    a> Half Marathon (21.0975 km) ＞

    6, 000 yen

    ＜ 5 km ＞

    ・ 2, 500 yen （ General ）

    *High school students and older

    ・ 1, 500 yen （ Middle School Students ）

    ＜ 3 km ＞
    6a> ・ 2,500 yen （ General public ）

    ・ 1, 500 yen （ Elementary and Middle School Students ）

    ＜ 1. 3 km Fun Run ＞

    ・ 2, 500 yen （ Pairs ）

    *First- and and guardians, etc.

    ・ 1,500 yen （ Individual ）

    * 3rd grade and up

    ＜ 900m Fun Run （ Wheelchair ） ＞

    1,500 yen

    Capacity

    Total 4, 500 people

    （ Half Marathon ： First 3, 500 people, plus others ）

    Registration Period

    July 1, 2026 （ Wed 6a> ～ August 31 （ Mon ）

    * First-come, first-served basis

    How to Apply

    Application website “RUNNET” （ Online registration only ）

    Other

    ・ The Half Marathon is open to runners who can complete the course in 2 hours and 40 minutes or less.

    *There will be no certified race category this year.

    ・ Participants under 18 years of age must have parental consent.

    ・ Please keep your belongings with you at all times.

    *The number of lockers for valuables is limited.

    ・ Changing rooms are available. （ Men’s ： 1st floor of the Main Gymnasium; Women’s ： 1st floor of the Small Gymnasium ）

    * Depending on the progress of venue setup and dismantling, the scenery on the day after the Greenery Fair concludes may vary.



    Official Event Website
    Entry slots are also available as return gifts for the Kameoka City Hometown Tax Donation program.

    Please take this opportunity to consider making a “Furusato Nozei” donation.

    Previously, these entry slots were available only through Furusato Choice, but they can now also be selected via Rakuten Furusato Nozei and FuruNavi.

    Click here for more information on the Hometown Tax Donation program
    [About Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture]

    Aerial view of Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture
    Located west of Kyoto City, it is easily accessible—just a 20-minute ride on a rapid train from JR Kyoto Station—yet surrounded by abundant nature “Tokainaka” (a blend of “city” ＋ and “countryside”). Sanga Stadium by KYOCERA, which opened in 2020, has become a new hub of activity, hosting not only sports events but also a wide variety of other events.

    Furthermore, the city champions a “Children First” philosophy and provides strong support for families raising children. The city boasts a wealth of child-rearing facilities, including Galleria Kameoka, KIRI no KO （, and Sanga Stadium by KYOCERA ）.

    City Official Website ： https://www.city.kameoka.kyoto.jp/

    City Official Instagram ： https://www.instagram.com/kameokacity/

    [Website regarding this matter]

    https://www.city.kameoka.kyoto.jp/soshiki/13/88209.html

    [Contact Information]

    Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture, Lifelong Learning Department

    Lifelong Sports Division, Contact Person: ： Tani （ Tani

    TEL: 0771-25-5055

    E-mail:sports-suisin@city.kameoka.lg.jp

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/07/03 (Fri)
    Vivinavi Kobe

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    The 77th Inagawa Fireworks Festival to Be Held ・ Paid Seats Offered as Hometown Tax Donation Rewards / Kawanishi City, Hyogo Prefecture

    Since the Inagawa Fireworks Festival is held every other year and was not held last year, this will be the first time it has been held in two years.

    As we anticipate a very large crowd again this year, we are consulting with relevant agencies regarding security arrangements and event management—including efforts to alleviate congestion along the riverbank—to ensure a safer and more secure fireworks festival.

    Additionally, as a measure to prevent heatstroke, we have changed the date of the fireworks festival from its usual August to November.

    ・ Date and Time: November 7 （ (Sat) ） Launch Time: ： 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM * Cancelled in case of severe weather ・ No rescheduling

    ・ Location: Inagawa Riverbank, 2-chome, Kohana, Kawanishi City; ・ the area near 1-chome, Shimo-Kamo; Ikeda City, Momozono 1-chome ・ 2-chome area

    In conjunction with this year’s event, paid viewing seats funded by the Hometown Tax program will be set up on the Kawanishi City side of the Inagawa Riverbank.

    We will accept applications from the first 170 people as a thank-you gift for a 20,000-yen Hometown Tax donation.

    ・ Application Period: July 7 （ (Tue) ） 9:00 a.m. ～ September 30 （ Wed ） 11:59 PM

    ・ Accepting Organizations: Hometown Tax Donation Portal Sites “Furusato Choice,” “Rakuten Furusato Tax Donation,” “Furunavi”

    ・ Others ① If the event is canceled, we will provide a different thank-you gift with a value equal to or less than the donation amount.

    ② Since this is a Hometown Tax donation thank-you gift, Kawanishi City residents are not eligible to apply.

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/26 (Fri)
    Vivinavi Kyotoshi

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    Let's Experience the Appeal of the Fishing Industry This Summer ！

    ■ To convey the appeal of the fishing industry to children, Kyoto Prefecture will hold hands-on fishing experiences （ in Miyazu City ・ and Maizuru City ） for elementary school students in the prefecture.

    ■ Applications for both programs will be accepted starting June 25.

    1. Learning from Fishermen: ！ Set-net Fishing

    〇 Date and Time

    July 21, Reiwa 8 （ Tuesday ） 4:00 a.m. ～ 11:00 a.m.

    *Please note that the meeting time may vary by approximately 30 minutes depending on the weather; we will contact all confirmed participants individually.　

    〇Meeting Place

    Yoro Fishing Port （ Address ： 1 Oshima, Miyazu City ）

    *Please arrange your own transportation to the venue.

    *If you arrive late for the meeting time, you will not be allowed to board the boat

    ○ Activity Details

    ・ Fishing Experience （ Board a fixed-net fishing boat to assist with hauling the nets and process fish at the fishing port ）

    ・ Social gathering between participants and fishermen （ Q&A session with the fishermen ）

    〇How to Participate

    ・ Application Period ： June 25, Reiwa 8 （ Thu ） July 13, Reiwa 8 （ Mon ） 5:00 PM

    ・ Application Address ： https:// forms.office.com/r/7c0nMvbqEg

    ・ Eligibility ： Fifth- and and their parents or guardians （ Parents or guardians must accompany participants ）

    ・ Capacity ： 5 pairs
    a> 〇Other

    ・ The experience is free of charge

    ・ The program may be subject to change depending on weather conditions, etc.

    ・ Event details will be provided individually at a later date to all confirmed participants.

    2. Learn from Fishermen ！ Rock Oyster Farming

    〇Date and Time

    Reiwa 8 July 30 （ Thu ） 10:00 AM ～ 2:00 PM

    ○ Meeting Place
    Address ： 300 Sabaga, Maizuru City

    *Participants are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the venue.

    *If you are late for the meeting time, you will not be allowed to board the boat

    〇 Activity Details

    ・ Fishing Experience （ Rock Oyster Farming Experience Tours, etc. ）

    ・ Interaction session between participants and fishermen （ Q&A session with fishermen ）
    〇How to Participate

    ・ Application Period ： June 25, Reiwa 8 （ Thu ） ～ Reiwa 8, July 23 （ Thu ） 5:00 PM

    a> Application Address ： https://forms.office.com/r/ Px0G2Xr6hy

    ・ Eligibility ： Fifth- and and their parents or guardians （ Parents or guardians must accompany participants ）

    ・ Capacity ： 4 groups

    〇Other

    ・ The activity is free of charge

    ・ Depending on weather conditions, the details of the experience may be subject to change.

    ・ Details of the event will be provided individually at a later date to all confirmed participants.

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/26 (Fri)
    Vivinavi Machida

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    [Machida City, Tokyo] Peace Commemoration Event to Be Held

    Every year in early August, the Lifelong Learning Center holds a summer peace memorial event. We organize this event to reflect on the memories of World War II and other historical events experienced by Machida and Japan, and to provide an opportunity to consider what peace means.

    This year’s theme is “Reflecting on the War 81 Years Ago and Considering Peace Today.” Through special exhibitions “Memories of the Great Tokyo Air Raid” and “What Are ‘Balloon Bombs’?” to provide a broad overview of past wars, and we will work to pass on the experiences of war through activities such as dramatic readings by civic groups.

    In addition, we will hold “Learning About Ukraine Through Baking ・ Prayers for Peace” to provide an opportunity to reflect on the war currently taking place.

    Commemoration Event Overview
    ■ Date and Time ： August 6 （ Thu ） ～ August 11 （ Tue ・ Holiday ）

    9:00 a.m. ～ 5:00 p.m. （ Until 1:00 p.m. on the final day

    ■ Venue ： Lifelong Learning Center, 6th Floor ・ 7th Floor Hall （ 6-8 Haramachida -1 ）

    ■ Organized by ： Lifelong Learning Center

    ■ In cooperation with ： Machida City Association of Atomic Bomb Victims （ Machida Friends Association ）, Machida City Association of Families of War Dead,

    Meiji University Noborito Institute for Peace Education Archives, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Tokyo Metropolitan Reconstruction Memorial Hall

    Contents （ Exhibition ）
    “A Single Postcard” Exhibition

    Featuring items contributed by citizens, depicting daily life and personal experiences during the war

    6th Floor

    Event Corner

    Exhibition of Picture Letters from Elementary and Junior High Schools in the City

    Exhibition of peace-themed picture letters drawn by children from the city

    6th Floor

    Lobby

    Wartime Materials Exhibition

    An exhibition of photographs and materials related to the war 81 years ago, donated by city residents

    6th Floor

    Audiovisual Room

    Sadako and the Paper Cranes Poster Exhibition

    Exhibition of posters depicting the life of Sadako Sasaki, an atomic bomb survivor who died at the age of 12 while folding paper cranes

    6th Floor

    Hallway

    Weapons What Are “Balloon Bombs”?

    Along with photographs and panels about balloon bombs, the thoughts of the young girls involved in their production

    6th Floor

    Study Room 1 ・ 2

    Memories of the Great Tokyo Air Raid

    An exhibition of photographs and materials related to the Great Tokyo Air Raid, which claimed over 100,000 lives

    6th Floor

    Study Room 1 ・ 2

    Content （ Lectures Events, etc. ）
    Kamishibai (paper theater) on the Hiroshima atomic bombing ＆ Storytelling

    （ For 3rd-grade elementary students and up 6a>

    August 6 (Thu) 10:00 a.m. ～ Noon

    We will screen kamishibai depicting the experiences of atomic bomb survivors, hear stories from survivors, and show animations related to the atomic bombing to provide an opportunity to reflect on peace.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    Passing on the Truth About the Hiroshima Atomic Bombing: “Passing on the Experiences of the Atomic Bombing, and Passing Them On”

    （ For junior high school students and older ）

    August 6\ (Thu) 1:45 p.m. ～ 4:00 p.m.

    We will hear the story of a Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor living in Machida City about their experience of the atomic bombing in Hiroshima. This event provides an opportunity for a generation that has not directly experienced war to learn about the preciousness of peace and the horrors of war.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    The Thoughts of the Girls Who Made Balloon Bombs

    （ For 3rd graders and up ）

    August 8 （ Sat ） 10:00 a.m. ～ Noon

    A lecture by the author of the children’s book *The Blue Balloon*—based on interviews with people involved in the production of balloon bombs—and an exhibition specialist from the Meiji University Noborito Institute for Peace Education Archives. This event offers an opportunity to learn about the background of the “balloon bombs” used as weapons at that time and to reflect anew on peace.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    Learning About Ukraine Through Baking ・ Prayer for Peace （ Parent-Child Participation ）

    （ For 3rd-grade elementary students and up ）
    August 8 (Sat) 2:00 p.m. ～ 4:00 p.m.

    This event offers an opportunity to experience Ukrainian culture through baking and to reflect on peace.

    6th Floor

    Cooking Lab

    Passing on the Experiences of the Atomic Bombing ・ Nagasaki Zen Elementary School Initiatives （ Online ）

    （ For 3rd graders and up ）

    August 9 （ ） 10:00 a.m. ～ Noon

    Every year, sixth-grade students at Nagasaki Municipal Zeniza Elementary School "Tunnel of Fire," a painting project in which they have learned about the atomic bombing and created artwork; we will also hear from the author, Hiroshi Okamoto, about Zenza Elementary School’s initiatives. The talk will be held online.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    Passing Down the Truth About the Nagasaki Atomic Bombing ＆ Reading

    （ For junior high school students and older ）

    August 9 （ Sun 2:00 p.m. ～ 4:00 p.m.

    A lecture on the life of Dr. Takashi Nagai （, a radiation researcher ） who was exposed to the atomic bomb in Nagasaki , as well as a staged reading of *Kayoko Sakura*, the story of Kayoko Hayashi, who died at Shiroyama Elementary School near the hypocenter, to reflect on the Nagasaki atomic bombing.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    “Near the Albatross: A Mother’s Account of the Senkaku Islands Disaster”

    （ For junior high school students and older ）

    August 10 （ Mon 6a> 10:00 a.m. ～ Noon

    A book recounting the experience of being swept adrift to the Senkaku Islands by a bombing raid while evacuating on an evacuation ship *Near the Albatross*, which chronicles the experience of being swept adrift to the Senkaku Islands following a bombing while evacuating on an evacuation ship, was adapted into a staged reading by a group of volunteers, including the author herself, and performed.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    Film “Iri Maruki and Shun Maruki: The Battle of Okinawa—Complete Set of 14 Parts” Screening

    August 10 （ Mon ） 2:00 PM ～ 4:00 PM

    A documentary film introducing the “14-Part Series of Paintings Depicting the Battle of Okinawa,” created by Iri Maruki—a co-creator of “The Atomic Bomb Paintings”—and Toshio Maruki, will be screened.

    7th Floor

    Hall

    [Mutual Aid Programs]

    Peace Talk ～ What Does Peace Mean to You? ～

    August 8 （ Sat ） 2:00 PM ～ 4:00 PM

    This event provides an opportunity to reflect on peace, drawing on materials from the special exhibition and books on war ・ and peace.

    7th Floor

    Hall



    ■ Machida City Website

    https://www.city.machida.tokyo.jp/

    ■ Machida City Official （ X ）

    https://twitter.com/ machida_cp

    ■ Machida Parenting Site

    https://kosodate-machida.tokyo.jp/ index.html

    ■ Machida City Promotion （ Official Machida City ） @ machida_cp

    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/machida_cp/

    City Promotion Site https://keeponloving-machida.com/

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/26 (Fri)
    Vivinavi Tokushimashi

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    [Tokushima City] School Nutrition Panel Exhibition and School Nutrition Fair Held ！

    School Lunch Panel Exhibition
    Kindergarten ・ Elementary School ・ Middle School ・ High School: This exhibition features food education initiatives and food education quizzes.

    [Date and Time]

    July 2 （ Thu ） ～ 6 （ Mon ）

    　● July 2 （ Thu ） ～ 4 （ Sat ） 9 ： 00 ～ 21 ： 00

    ● July 5 （ Sun ） 9 ： 00 ～ 17 ： 00

    　●July 6 （ Mon ） 9 ： 00 ～ 12 ： 00

    [Location]

    Fureai Health Center, 1st Floor, "Kikkake" Space

    School Lunch Fair
    We will be holding a food education play, mini food education classes, and more.

    [Date and Time]

    July 4 （ Sat ） 10 ： 00 ～ 12 ： 00

    [Location]

    Fureai Health Center, 1st Floor, “Kikkake” Space

    [Contact]

    Tokushima City Board of Education, School Education Division

    2-5 Saiwaicho, Tokushima City, Tokushima Prefecture 770-8571 （ Main Building, 11th Floor ）

    Phone Number ： 088 -621-5412

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/26 (Fri)
    Vivinavi Fukuokashi

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    Ogori Tanabata Festival

    Date and Time

    July 5, Reiwa 8 （ ） 10:00 a.m. ～ 4:00 p.m.

    Location
    Aeon Ogori Shopping Center

    （ Amanogawa Plaza ・ Hikoboshi Plaza, next to Costa Court ）

    Organized by

    Ogori Tanabata Project Committee （ Secretariat ： Ogori City Commerce, Industry, and Tourism Division ）

    Details

    1

    Ogori City Tourism Ambassadors Oririn ・ and Hikorin Photo

    Time ： 10:00 a.m. ～ 12:00 p.m. Location ： Amanogawa Plaza

    2
    Clover ・ Tanabata Concert by the Quintet

    Time ： 1:00 PM ～ 2:00 PM Location Amanogawa Plaza

    3

    Tanabata Piano Concert Using a Street Piano

    Time ： 2 :30 ～ 4:00 p.m. Location ： Amanogawa Plaza

    4

    Child announcer hosting the piano concert

    Time ： 2:30 p.m. ～ 4:00 p.m. Location ： Amanogawa Plaza

    5

    Tanabata goods sale by graduates of the Ogori City Home-Based Business Support Course

    Time ： 10:00 AM ～ 4:00 PM Location ： Hikoboshi Plaza

    6

    (Public Corporation) Presented by the Ogori-Tachiarai Wide-Area Senior Human Resources Center

    “Oririn” and “Hikorin” Doll-Making Workshop

    Time ： 10:00 AM 4:00 p.m. Location ： Next to Costa Court

    ● June 30 （ (Tue) ）: Call for proposals for the following event

    Call for workshop participants

    Time
    10:00 AM ～ and 4:00 PM (one hour each)

    Capacity

    5 people per session （ First-come, first-served a>

    Participation fee

    500 yen

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/24 (Wed)
    Vivinavi Nagoya

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    The One-Day Tanabata Festival Is About to Begin

    This summer, the area in front of Higashi-Hazu Station will come alive with its first-ever Tanabata Festival. The highlight will be the magnificent Tanabata decorations sent from the “Anjo Tanabata Festival,” one of Japan’s three major Tanabata festivals

    .

    Along with the magical decorations adorning the station plaza, we’ll offer an exciting experience featuring local cuisine and live band performances

    . Let’s ride the train and take our Tanabata wishes with us ！

    Date & Time

    July 4, 2026 （ Sat ） 11 :00 ～ 17: 00

    Location

    Meitetsu Higashi-Hazu Station

    Details （ Planned Food Stalls a>

    Food

    Grilled Squid ・ Yakisoba ・ Deep-Fried Local Fish ・ Yamazaki Sake Brewery “Sonno” ・

    Draft Beer ・ Dried Fish ・ Shaved Ice ・ Watermelon ・ Melon
    Events

    Live Band Performance ・ Decorate Bamboo Leaves with Wishing Strips

    Important Notes

    ・ There is no parking available. Please take the Meitetsu train.

    ・ The event will be held rain or shine, but will be canceled in case of severe weather

    Organized by

    Higashi-Hazu Tanabata Festival Executive Committee

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/24 (Wed)
    Vivinavi Odawara

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    [Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture] Municipal General Medical Center to Hold “Public Lecture” ！

    The “Odawara City General Medical Center” opened under its new name on May 4.

    Under the theme “Living Well with Diabetes,” the newly opened City General Medical Center will host its first public lecture for residents.
    Doctors, nurses, and other staff from the Municipal General Medical Center will present a wide range of information in an easy-to-understand manner.


    Date and Time
    June 27 （ Sat ） 10:00 a.m. ～ Noon
    a> Location
    （ 1 ） Municipal General Medical Center, 5th Floor Auditorium
    * Doors Open ： 9:30 a.m.
    （ 2 ） Online Viewing "Zoom"
    *Joining the meeting ： 9:50 a.m.

    Agenda
    ・ Presentation 1 “Overview of the Municipal General Medical Center”
    Speaker ： Kazuto Sugiyama, Section Chief, Facilities Management Section
    ・ Presentation 2 “Diabetes Care Goes Beyond Blood Sugar Levels”
    Speaker ： Natsue Sasaki, Physician, Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology
    ・ Presentation 3 “The Current State of Diabetes Treatment”
    Speaker ： Ayami Ueda, Physician, Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology
    ・ Lecture 4 “Nursing Care to Support Life with Diabetes”
    Speaker ： Miki Sugiyama, RN
    ・ Lecture 5 “Sustainable Diabetes Meal Plans”
    Speaker ： Registered Dietitian Yuki Takabayashi
    ・ Lecture 6 “Managing Diabetes Medications Safely”
    Speaker ： Pharmacist Haruko Ejima

    Cost
    Free

    Capacity
    （ 1 ） （ 2 ） 80 people total

    Registration
    （ 1 No registration required ・ First-come, first-served on the day of the event
    （ 2 ） By Thursday, June 25 （ ）, Website （ Related Site 1 ） via the application form
    *The viewing URL and other details will be sent individually to the “email address” you provide during registration.


    General Inquiries
    Odawara City General Medical Center, Management Division （ Phone ： 0465-34-3175 ）

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/24 (Wed)
    Vivinavi Ikebukuro

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    "See ・, Touch ・, Feel"—A summer vacation traditional crafts workshop where you can actually experience traditional craft techniques will be held for three days from August 2 ～ to August 4 ！

    Toshima Ward will hold the “Summer Vacation Traditional Crafts Workshop” for three days, from Sunday, August 2 （ to Tuesday, August 4 （ ）, the “Summer Vacation Traditional Crafts Workshop” will be held on the 5th floor of the Toshima Industrial Promotion Plaza （ IKE ・ Biz ）.

    Summer Vacation Traditional Crafts Workshop to Be Held on a Larger Scale
    This event is held every year during the school summer vacation to provide children with the opportunity to experience the traditional crafts of Toshima Ward and create fun summer memories. Previously, the program was limited to elementary and ・ junior high school students, but due to high demand from a wide range of age groups, we are expanding the program this year to include adults and increasing the number of workshops.

    On the day of the event, seven artisans representing six different craft categories from the Toshima Ward Traditional Crafts Preservation Society will serve as instructors, including Mr. Isao Shima, a precious metal jewelry artisan who was awarded the “Yellow Ribbon Medal” in the spring of Reiwa 8. A wide variety of workshops will be offered, including “Precious Metal Jewelry” and “Tokyo Hand-Painted Yuzen,” providing a valuable opportunity to learn techniques directly from the artisans while actually seeing, ・ touching, ・ and experiencing traditional crafts firsthand.

    Comment from a Ward Official
    Regarding the event, a ward official stated, “These are special workshops where not only elementary and junior high school students but also adults can experience the charm of traditional crafts. Even if this is your first time trying traditional crafts, please take this opportunity to participate. Let’s create wonderful summer memories by learning and experiencing the masterful techniques of traditional craftspeople.”

    Summer Vacation Traditional Crafts Workshop: Event Overview
    Registration Period ： July 6 （ Mon ） ～ 26 ） * First-come, first-served

    Venue ： Toshima Industrial Promotion Plaza （ IKE ・ Biz ） 5th Floor （ 2 -37-4 ）

    Fee ： Fee required * Varies by class

    Details on the website ： https://www.city.toshima.lg.jp/582/machizukuri/ sangyo/dentokoge/019181.html

    For junior high school students through adults ： August 2, Reiwa 8 （ Sun ）
    [Precious Metal Jewelry] Silver-Plated Jewelry or Ring Making

    [Tokyo Shamisen] Pendant Making with Shamisen Materials and Shamisen Experience

    [Tokyo Hand-Painted Yuzen] Try Your Hand at Itome Yuzen on a Cotton Handkerchief ！

    [Metalwork] Let’s Make It Out of Copper ！ A Donut-Shaped Pendant That Doubles as a Glasses Holder ♪

    [Edo Ivory] Let’s Make It from Ivory ！ Chopstick Rest

    For Elementary School Students ： August 3, Reiwa 8 （ Monday ） ・ 4 （ Tue ）
    [Precious Metal Jewelry] Making Silver Plates or Rings

    [Tokyo Shamisen] Making Pendants from Shamisen Materials and a Shamisen Experience

    [Tokyo Hand-Painted Yuzen] Try Your Hand at Itome Yuzen on a Cotton Handkerchief ！

    [Metalwork] Let’s Make It Out of Copper ！ A Donut-Shaped Pendant That Doubles as a Glasses Holder ♪

    [Tokyo Kumihimo] Let’s Braid a Round Cord ！ Can You Make It Straight? ？

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/24 (Wed)
    Vivinavi Fujieda

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    We will be hosting the “Kashiwaya Tanabata Evening Gathering”

    We’re hosting a Tanabata-themed event at “Okabe-juku O-Hatago Kashiwaya,” a place brimming with historical charm, where families can experience the changing seasons together.

    Features ・ Selling Points, etc.
    ・ This is an evening event held to beat the heat, with the timing set for the evening.

    ・ We will be serving flowing somen noodles, designed to resemble the Milky Way, in an event open to both adults and children （ Numbered tickets required ） .

    ・ The event offers fun for the whole family, featuring an opening performance by students from Okabe Seibo Kindergarten, a caricature corner where you can capture memories on colored paper, and a market with five food and drink vendors themed around a traditional festival.

    ・ The “Kashibaya Children’s Exploration Tour” for elementary school students takes participants on a guided tour of the Main House Historical Museum after closing time, accompanied by the museum director.

    ・ From Friday, July 3 ～ through Sunday, July 5, the Kashiya facilities will be decorated with wish strips written by local children and visitors, as well as bamboo decorations.

    Details
    Date & Time ： July 4 （ (Sat) ） 4:00 PM ～ – 7:00 PM * In case of rain, the event will be postponed to （ Sunday ）

    Venue ： Okabe-juku O-hatago Kashiya ・ Uchino Honjin Historic Site Plaza 817 Okabe, Okabe-cho, Fujieda City ）

    Program ： 4:30 p.m. ～ Singing and dances （ 4th （ Sat ） only ）

    4:50 PM ～ Flowing somen noodles （ First round ）

    5:20 PM ～ Flowing somen noodles （ Second round ）
    6:10 PM ～ Flowing Somen Noodles （ Third Round ）

    4:00 7:00 p.m. Caricature Corner （ Free ・ First 20 groups ）

    * Fee applies for the 21st group onward （ 300 yen per person ）

    5:20 PM ～ Kashibaya Children’s Exploration Tour （ For elementary school students ・ Capacity: approx. 10 people Free ）

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/18 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Itabashi

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    "2026 Italy ・ Bologna International Picture Book Original Art Exhibition" to Be Held ～ Picture book illustrations from various countries and regions gather in Itabashi ！ ～

    The Itabashi City Art Museum will host an exhibition featuring all the winning works from the “2026 Bologna International Children’s Book Illustration Exhibition ・ Illustrators Exhibition （” （ * ）,” which has garnered worldwide attention.

    This exhibition allows visitors to enjoy works featuring a diverse range of themes, expressions, and ・ techniques from around the world. Additionally, as a special feature, the exhibition will showcase new picture books by Ukrainian artist ・ Maria （ Haiduk ）, who won the “Bologna SM Publishing Award （ * ） ” at the age of 19, will be featured as a special exhibition. Furthermore, we will host numerous events—including lectures, lecture series, and workshops on picture books—that allow a wide range of people to engage with picture book culture.

    Since hosting the “Italy ・ Bologna International Picture Book Original Art Exhibition” at the Itabashi City Art Museum in 1981, the ward has been deepening its ties with the city of Bologna, Italy ・. In recent years, through various activities and initiatives centered on picture books, we have been developing and promoting “Itabashi: The Town of Picture Books” as the ward’s brand. This year, from July 18 to August 16, we will also hold the inaugural “Itabashi Picture Book and Design Festival － A Summer Festival Opening Up the Possibilities of Picture Books and Design － ,” an event that will delight visitors with the world of picture books and the charm of design.

    *“Italy ・ Bologna International Picture Book Original Art Exhibition （ Illustrators Exhibition”* is an exhibition held annually in Bologna, Italy, in conjunction with the Bologna Children’s Book Fair, showcasing the winning entries from an illustration competition for children’s books. It offers a glimpse into current trends and future directions in children’s books and is known as a launching pad for emerging illustrators. This year, marking the 60th edition, 4,158 entries were submitted from 94 countries and regions, and 75 artists from 33 countries and regions—including seven from Japan—were selected.

    *The “Bologna SM Publishing Award” was established by the Bologna ・ Children’s ・ Book Fair and Spain’s SM Foundation with the aim of discovering, and support new talent in the field of illustration. Each year, the winner is selected from among the Bologna Fair finalists who are 35 years old or younger. The winner is awarded a cash prize and the opportunity to have a picture book published by SM Publishing in Spain.

    Dates
    July 8, Reiwa 8 (Wednesday) ～ August 16 (Sunday) 9:30 ～ 17:00 （ Last admission at 16:30 ）

    * Closed ： Mondays and July 21 (Tuesday)

    *However, the museum will be open on July 20 (Monday ・ public holiday) the museum will be open

    Venue
    Itabashi City Art Museum （ 5-34-27 Akatsuka, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo － － ）

    ・ Get off at “Nishi-Takashimadaira Station” on the Toei Mita Line; approximately 14 minutes on foot

    ・ From “Shimo-Akatsuka Station” on the Tobu Tojo Line Get off at “Shimo-Akatsuka Station” on the Tobu Tojo Line or “Akatsuka Station” on the Tokyo Metro, then walk about 24 minutes

    Admission
    Adults: 900 yen, University students: 600 yen, High school students and younger: Free

    * Ages 65 and older ・ Discounts available for people with disabilities （ Proof of eligibility required ）

    Special Exhibitions ・ Lectures ・ Workshops ● Special Exhibition

    We will showcase new picture books by Maria ・ Haiduk （ Maria Haiduk ） from Ukraine—who won the “Bologna SM Publishing Award” in 2025 at the young age of 19—as well as original artwork from two Japanese picture books that won the “Bologna ・ Ragazzi Award （ BRAW ）.”

    ● Lectures

    We will host lectures and talk events featuring a variety of professionals involved in the picture book industry.

    ● Workshops

    We are planning workshops for illustrators led by experts active on the front lines of picture book creation, picture book-making classes for middle and high school students, and arts and crafts workshops for children.

    Bologna SM Publishing Award

    Established by the Bologna ・ Children’s ・ Book Fair and Spain’s SM Foundation, with the aim of discovering, encouraging, and supporting new talent in the field of illustration. Each year, winners are selected from among the finalists of the Bologna Children’s Book Fair who are 35 years old or younger. Winners are awarded a cash prize and the opportunity to have their picture book published by SM Publishing in Spain.

    The Bologna ・ Ragazzi Award

    Organized by the Bologna ・ Children’s ・ Book Fair for published picture books, with judging conducted in separate categories such as fiction and nonfiction.

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/18 (Thu)
    Vivinavi 

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    Food Trucks Gather in Front of Kitahiroshima Station ！ The 8th POP UP Kitahiro ！ Station-Front Market Held

    The 8th POPUP Kitahiro ！ Station-Front Market, organized by the “Like Kitahiro” Council—which includes Kitahiroshima City and Escon Co., Ltd.—will be held.

    Date & Time ・ Location
    Date & Time ： June 26, 2026 （ Fri ） 11 ： 00 ～ 19 ： 00

    Location ： Gate Park, Kitahiroshima Station West Exit Plaza （ 1-53-1 Sakaemachi, Kitahiroshima City a>

    Vendor ・ Menu Items
    Kane’s Yakitori

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    • 2026/06/18 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Sagamihara

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    "The Idolmaster × Sagamihara City" Collaboration ～ "Exploring the Space City with 765PRO ALLSTARS" ～ Event ！

    In addition to creating opportunities for many people to think, “I’d like to visit Sagamihara ！” or “I’d like to explore the city ！,” and to raise awareness of “Sagamihara: A City Where You Can Feel Close to Space,” we are launching a collaboration campaign with “The Idolmaster” ✨


    　● What is “The Idolmaster”?

    An idol-producing game that began in 2005 as an arcade game. Its game system, in which players act as producers to train idols, along with its unique characters and music, has garnered a large following. To date, the franchise has expanded across various media, ranging from home video games to radio, TV anime, mobile content, and live stage events.

    Event Period
    June 19, Reiwa 8 （ (Fri) ） through July 31 （ (Fri) ）
    Background of the Collaboration
    Sagamihara City is home to the JAXA Sagamihara Campus and a municipal museum featuring the world’s first planetarium where visitors can simultaneously experience 1 billion stars and 8K full-dome imagery—truly “a city where you can feel close to the universe”🪐

    This collaboration features the “765PRO ALLSTARS,” a group of 13 members belonging to 765 （ Namco ） Productions. They’ll be performing as “Sol,” “Luna,” and “Stella”—units named after celestial bodies—and the fact that their unit names are inspired by the universe is what sparked this collaboration ☀ ️ 🌙 ⭐️

    We will be holding five major events ！

    1. Original Collaboration Merchandise Sale
    Merchandise featuring original designs for this collaboration is now available ！
    （ 1 type of clear file, 1 type of tote bag, 13 types of acrylic keychains ）

    *Limited to one of each type per person （ For acrylic keychains, purchases are limited to one per design ）.


    Merchandise Sales Locations
    ● Sagamihara Antenna Shop “sagamix”

    Location
    3-2 Sagamiono, Minami-ku, Sagamihara City -1, 2nd Floor, Bono Sagamiono Shopping Center

    Business Hours
    10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

    Closed
    None

    ●Sagamihara City Museum

    Location
    3-1 Takane, Chuo Ward, Sagamihara City -15

    Opening Hours
    9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Closed
    Every Monday The day following a national holiday, etc. （ If Monday is a national holiday, the center will be closed on the following weekday ）

    ● Fujino Tourist Information Center Fujino-ne

    Address
    1702 Obuchi, Midori Ward, Sagamihara City -3

    Hours of Operation
    8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Closed
    None
    ⚠ ️Please do not resell any “original collaboration merchandise.”

    2. Original Collaboration Card Giveaway

    When you make a purchase at a store carrying original collaboration merchandise, 500 yen （ (tax included) ） per purchase, you will receive one original collaboration card （ (13 varieties total) ） as a gift ！

    ️Please do not resell the “Original Collaboration Cards.”

    3. The Idolmaster × JAXA Collaboration Panel Exhibition
    　Collaboration panels featuring “Sol,” “Luna,” “Stella,” and JAXA are on display at three locations throughout the city ！
    The large panels, standing 180 centimeters tall, are a must-see👀 Be sure to check them out in person.

    Panel Locations
    ● Sagamihara City Museum

    Address
    3-1 Takane, Chuo Ward, Sagamihara City -15

    Opening Hours
    9:30 AM to 5:00 PM

    Closed
    Every Monday ・ The day following a national holiday, etc. （ If Monday is a national holiday or similar, the library will be closed on the following weekday. ） ● Sagamihara City Library

    Location
    2-13 Kanumadai, Chuo Ward, Sagamihara City -1

    Opening Hours
    Tuesday through Friday ： 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
    Saturday ・ Sunday , holidays, etc. ： 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

    Closed
    Every Monday and the second Thursday of every month (excluding January ・ and April)　 （ If the designated day is a holiday, the museum will be open, and the following day will be closed ）

    ● JAXA Sagamihara Campus, Space Science Exploration Exchange Building

    Address
    3-1 Yuno-dai, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara City -1

    Opening Hours
    10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. （ Last admission at 4:45 p.m. ）

    Closed Days
    Please check the facility’s website.

    ● There are also “Ofamas” panels around the city ！

    We are participating in the “Ofamas” panel project, one of the special initiatives commemorating the 20th anniversary of the *The Idolmaster* series. Please be sure to check out the “Ofamass” panels while you’re here⭐ ️

    Locations

    ・ Sagamihara Antenna Shop sagamix

    ・ Sagamihara City Museum

    ・ Sagamiko Tourist Information Center

    ・ Fujino Tourist Information Center Fujino-ne

    4. Sagamihara City Museum Planetarium Collaboration
    Takanane Shijō （ Voice Actress ・ Yumi Hara ） will broadcast a pre-show announcement before the planetarium show 6a> Applies to general screenings （ ） before the start of planetarium programs during the event period.

    ⚠ ️Parking is limited. Please use public transportation as much as possible when visiting.


    5. SNS Giveaway Campaign
    Sagamihara City Promotion X （ @Sagamihara_PR ） Repost the eligible post for a chance to win and you’ll be entered into a drawing to win original collaboration merchandise and collaboration cards. ！
    Details will be announced on the collaboration launch date 🗣️

    Be sure to follow us and stay tuned! ！

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/15 (Mon)
    Vivinavi Morioka

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    "Pacific Trends" Concert to Be Held in Nishiwaga Town on June 27

    The Nishiwaga Town Cultural Creation Center’s Ginga Hall will host the “U.S. Air Force Pacific Band: Pacific Trends （ Pacific ・ Trends ） Concert” on June 27, 2026, as part of its independent initiatives for fiscal year 2026.

    Pacific Trends is an ensemble group of the U.S. Air Force Pacific Band, based at Yokota Air Base in Tokyo. The group consists of professional musicians selected through rigorous auditions, and they engage in international exchange activities through music in various locations.

    At this concert, they will perform a wide range of genres, including rock, country, pop, and Japanese classics.

    Featuring familiar songs by Bruno ・ Mars, TUBE, and Kenshi Yonezu, we will deliver a performance that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This will be the first time the group has performed in Nishiwaga Town.

    The Nishiwaga Town Cultural Creation Center Ginga Hall is hosting this concert to provide local residents with an opportunity to experience high-quality music. We invite you to come to the venue and experience firsthand the power of music to connect people across national borders and languages.

    [Event Overview]
    Event Name ： 2026 Nishiwaga Town Cultural Creation Center Independent Project

    "U.S. Air Force Pacific Band: Pacific Trends Concert"

    Date and Time ： June 27, 2026 （ Sat ） Doors open at 1:30 PM ／ 2: 00 PM

    （ Estimated running time: approx. 80 minutes ）

    Venue ： Nishiwaga Town Cultural Creation Center Ginga Hall

    （ 39-195 Uenono, Nishiwaga-machi, Waga District, Iwate Prefecture -2 ）

    Admission ： General admission: 1,000 yen, High School Students and Under: 500 yen （ All Seats Unreserved ）

    Organizer ： Nishiwaga Town Cultural Creation Center Ginga Hall

    How to Reserve ： Please apply using the reservation form below.

    https://logoform.jp/form/maUY/ 1617788

    ＊ Payment must be made in cash at the venue on the day of the event.

    ＊ We also accept reservations by phone

    Nishiwaga Town Cultural Creation Center, Ginga Hall Tel. 0197-82-3240

    [Scheduled Program]

    ・ I Just Might （ Bruno ・ Mars ）

    Season in the Sun （ TUBE ）

    ・ Golden （ K -pop Demon Hunters ）

    ・ Lemon （ Kenshi Yonezu ）

    and others

    *The set list is subject to change.

    [Organizer's Comment]
    The U.S. Air Force Pacific Band is one of ten bands officially organized by the U.S. Air Force and is based at Yokota Air Base in Tokyo.

    The band has two important missions: the first is to perform at official ceremonies and events on U.S. military bases, and second, to serve as “Musical Goodwill Ambassadors,” conducting goodwill activities in 36 countries across the Indo-Pacific region, including Japan, to foster international exchange with local communities.

    The members are an elite group who have passed rigorous auditions. They are graduates of music universities and graduate schools, and prior to joining the unit, they worked as music teachers, university professors, and professional musicians. They boast a wide repertoire ranging from authentic American jazz to oldies and Japanese pop.

    We hope you will join us at the Nishiwaga Town Cultural Creation Center’s Ginga Hall on the day of the event to enjoy international exchange through music.

    Nishiwaga Town Board of Education, Lifelong Learning Division

    [Contact Information ・ Secretariat]
    Nishiwaga Town Board of Education, Lifelong Learning Division （ Nishiwaga Town Cultural Creation Center, Ginga Hall ）

    TEL ： 0197 -82-3240 FAX ： 0197-82-2883

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/15 (Mon)
    Vivinavi Koshigaya

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    Let's Enjoy Koshigaya's Summer Vegetables ！

    Summer vegetables are packed with nutrients to help you stay healthy during the hot summer months. Here, we introduce fresh summer vegetables grown in Koshigaya City, Saitama Prefecture, which are now coming into season.

    Grower’s Perspective

    Hiroaki Nakajima, who grows a variety of vegetables including corn, edamame, and broccoli, has been farming for over 45 years. “Corn is vulnerable to rain and wind, so it’s a crop that’s easily affected by the weather,” he explained. “Timing the harvest is also difficult, so I take it very seriously every morning.”

    "Since I put a lot of time and effort into this by hand, it’s very rewarding when people tell me it’s ‘delicious,’" he said with a smile. "It’s important to deliver safe, fresh vegetables. Please be sure to try these delicious vegetables, picked fresh this morning."


    Morning-harvested corn

    Mr. Nakajima grows “Gold Rush,” known for its yellow kernels and rich sweetness, and "Dolce Dream," which features a mix of yellow and white kernels.

    "I recommend cooking it in the microwave—it saves you the trouble of boiling water, and the nutrients and sweetness don’t leach into the water," he told us.

    Other items include ！ Koshigaya summer vegetables

    You can buy Mr. Nakajima’s corn here
    ● Green Marche (2-66 Masubayashi, Koshigaya City, Saitama Prefecture)

    Business Hours: Monday ～ Friday 9:30 AM ～ 5:00 PM\ (Wed ・ except year-end and New Year’s holidays), Sat ・ Sun 9:00 AM ～ 5:00 PM

    Contact TEL 048 -963-3003

    ● Green Marche Store No. 2 （ 7-209-4 Nanazacho, Koshigaya City, Saitama Prefecture

    Business Hours 9:30 AM ～ 5:00 PM\ (Wednesdays ・ excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

    Contact: TEL 048-972-4566

    * Depending on shipping conditions, items may not be available in-store

    [Inquiries]

    Mayor's Office, Public Relations and City Promotion Division

    Phone ： 048 － 963 － 9117

    • Event / Government / Public
    • 2026/06/11 (Thu)
    Vivinavi Kimitsu

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    Midsummer Ninth Concert

    Date
    July 26, 2026 (Sunday) ）
    Starts at 14:00
    Main Hall
    All reserved seats 5,000 yen

    *Preschool children are not admitted

    Conductor ： Kazufumi Yamashita
    Soprano Maki Mori
    Alto ： Michiko Hayashi
    Tenor ： Satoru Nishimura
    Bass ・ Baritone ： Kaz Hirano
    Orchestra ： Chiba Symphony Orchestra
    Chorus ： Ninth Choir in Summer

    Beethoven ： Overture to "Fidelio"
    Beethoven ： Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 "With Chorus"

    A glamorous competition between the best soloists in Japan and the Midsummer Ninth Choir ！ ！

    Tickets now on sale ！ ！